1973 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1794 kg more than 1973 Ford Escort.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Escort | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Escort | Discovery |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 148 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 82 L |